U.S. Trade Representative Issues Proposed Actions on Investigation into Goods Made with Forced Labor
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has released findings and proposed actions concerning trade in goods involving forced labor. Interested parties must submit hearing requests by June 22.
What are the key facts?
- 1Investigation basis: Section 301
- 2Key dates: Hearing requests due June 22; written comments due July 6
- 3Investigation scope: Trade involving goods made with forced labor
What happened?
USTR released findings from 60 Section 301 investigations involving conduct that failed to address trade in goods made with forced labor. USTR proposed corresponding actions and opened a public comment process. The hearing is scheduled for July 7.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers exporting to the U.S. market should conduct strict supply-chain compliance reviews and ensure that products meet U.S. import regulations to avoid shipments being detained over compliance issues.